JUNAGARH

Junagarh, Gujarat

Junagadh, is situated in erstwhile Saurashtra, at the foot of Mount Girnar on the northern fringes of the Gir forest . it was the capital of the western region ruled by several dynasties of rulers such as Mauryas, Greeks, Kshtrapas and Guptas.

city of Junagadh derives its name from an old fort called by the same name. Apart from being a place of pilgrimage, it is a wonderful place for nature lovers. It is also one of the few places where lions still roam free as, it is the abode of the majestic Asiatic Lion. Junagadh is a place of pilgrimage and has produced a number of saints in its long histroy. The most famous being the Gujarati saint-poet, Narsimha Mehta.

Junagadh is a veritable treasure trove of ancient temples, museums, palaces and caves. The famous rock edicts of Ashoka and the Girnar Temples are popular attractions.